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Mercedes GLB vs Lotus Eletre comparison

Compare performance (354 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (43,200 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or Lotus Eletre?

Mercedes GLB vs Lotus Eletre: Key differences

Mercedes GLB

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • marginally more electric range
  • clearly lighter
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Lotus Eletre

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

GLB

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes GLB is clearly cheaper – starting at 43,200 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,508 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes GLB is considerably more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 22.5 kWh/100km for the Lotus Eletre. That’s a difference of about 7.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLB offers marginally more range – reaching up to 631 km, about 61 km more than the Lotus Eletre.

Eletre

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Lotus Eletre offers clearly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 564 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.5 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers clearly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm more.

GLB

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes GLB is clearly lighter – 1,840 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 725 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers noticeably more boot space – 688 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 148 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLB carries only slightly more – 505 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Eletre stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £85,700
Eletre

Lotus Eletre

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 450 - 570 km
Mercedes GLB
Lotus Eletre

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Mercedes GLB

The Mercedes GLB is a compact luxury SUV that blends smart packaging with a polished, composed driving experience. Its flexible interior and premium feel make it a sensible pick for buyers who want Mercedes comfort and practicality in a smaller footprint.

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Lotus Eletre

The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.

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Mercedes GLB
Lotus Eletre

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,200 - 62,400 £
Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
431 - 631 km
Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
109 kWh
co2
0 - 138 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,840 - 2,280 kg
Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
Trunk capacity
540 L
Trunk capacity
688 L
Length
-
Length
5,103 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
2,060 mm
Height
-
Height
1,630 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
Payload
485 - 505 kg
Payload
405 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Lotus
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